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Watch live: Hegseth, Caine face Senate questioning over budget, Iran

Watch live: Hegseth, Caine face Senate questioning over budget, Iran

Summary

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chair Dan Caine will speak to a Senate committee about the conflict in Iran and President Trump’s 2027 budget plan for the Pentagon. Hegseth may also be questioned about his dispute with Senator Mark Kelly.

Key Facts

  • Pete Hegseth is the U.S. Secretary of Defense.
  • Dan Caine is the Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
  • Both are testifying before the Senate Appropriations Committee.
  • The topic includes the conflict in Iran.
  • They will discuss President Trump’s budget request for the Pentagon for 2027.
  • Hegseth might answer questions on a disagreement with Senator Mark Kelly.
  • The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday morning.
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